My Mouth is So Dry!

[amyandgreg1234 11]

I am 6 day Post Op- I started Full Fluids TODAY. I can only get in about 25 oz of Water at this point- Is there anything I can do to keep my mouth from getting so dry?

[Creekimp13 5,840]

Drink more. That is an insanely low total Fluid volume for 6 days out. Watch out for symptoms of dehydration..it's dangerous.

[Orchids&Dragons 9,047]

Can you handle sugar-free Popsicles? How about some soothing hot tea? You need to find someway to get your liquids in. Even if you have to put some honey in the tea. The bit of sugar isn't nearly as important as getting your liquids.

[Biddy zz 🏳️🌈 1,004]

I assume you mean 25ml at a time? Just sip. Hold Water in your mouth. You should be sipping every few breaths. Dry mouth is one sign of being dehydrated - so getting more Fluid in by many many many small sips is the answer...

[Orchids&Dragons 9,047]

45 minutes ago, Biddy zz said:

I assume you mean 25ml at a time? Just sip. Hold Water in your mouth. You should be sipping every few breaths. Dry mouth is one sign of being dehydrated - so getting more Fluid in by many many many small sips is the answer...

No, I think her daily total is 25 oz. instead of the 64 oz. that is expected.

[johnsons13 359]

I had dehydration for the first 3 weeks post op and my Dr made me go get iv fluids. It's easier to eat right when your hydrated and you feel better. 25oz is way too low even for someone not obese. My Dietitian told me its more important to get the MINIMUM of 64oz than any Protein.

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